1989 Lada Samara vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan Sunny (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada Samara | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | Sunny |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |